Description

Set amidst the beauty and tranquillity of the Troutbeck Valley, Scot Beck Cottage is the epitome of a Lakeland country cottage. Surrounded by a stunning landscape surrounded by sheep dotted fields and white washed and stone built cottages, the area is a paradise for walkers, cyclists and lovers of the great outdoors. The more popular resorts of Ambleside and Bowness are a short drive away and two excellent and popular hostelries, The Queen’s Head and The Mortal Man are within easy walking distance, that’s if you can tear yourself away from the comfort, charm and romance of Scot Beck Cottage! Blessed with a host of original characterful features and an interesting layout, Scot Beck offers private parking, a colourful enclosed garden, a warming wood burning stove and that all important Wi-Fi access. Low, beamed ceilings in the lounge, an ancient spice cupboard and bench seating strategically placed next to the fireplace all add to the cosy cottage feel whilst the 21st century additions of an oak kitchen and bathroom provide the essentials for modern day self catering.

Accommodation details

Ground floor

Property has storage heater and water radiators and comprises: Country style kitchen: With electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and microwave. Cloakroom: With wash basin and WC. Sitting/Dining room: With direct access through the low set door to the garden, this room has a wood burning stove, TV, DVD and i-Pod docking station. Two spiral staircases lead to the first floor...

First floor

Bathroom: With shower over bath, wash basin and WC. Bedroom 1: With king size bed with exposed beams and pretty decor.Bedroom 2: With twin beds accessed either through bedroom 1 or via another spiral staircase.

Second floor

Third floor

Fourth floor

Facilities

All electric, bed linen and towels included. Fuel for the fire available locally.Not suitable for children under 12 years of age due to the two spiral stone staircases. Low beams throughout.

Miscellaneous

Outside: Off road parking for two small or one large vehicle. Enclosed cottage style garden with furniture.

About the local area

Located right in the centre of the Lake District at the head of Lake Windermere, Ambleside is surrounded by beautiful scenery. This bustling, busy market town offers visitors numerous shops, cosy pubs and plenty of places to eat out.

Ambleside has easy access to the surrounding fells and mountains and is an excellent base from which to tour the Lake District. A short walk from the town centre is Stock Ghyll Force, a spectacular 70ft waterfall and to the southeast is Jenkins Crag (730ft), with its great views of Ambleside and the surrounding hills. Well worth a visit is Stagshaw Garden, a woodland garden with lovely floral displays set on a steep hillside overlooking Lake Windermere. From the garden walks lead through Skelghyll Woods to the fells beyond.

For the less energetic, there are strolls along the shore of Lake Windermere, boat trips down the lake and back, or maybe just potter around the many outdoor shops, craft shops and galleries before a good pub lunch.

Things to do nearby

This unique gallery, museum and library combines fun, art and entertainment to teach the visitor all about Lakeland and its people. Learn all about William Wordsworth, Beatrix Potter, Harriett Martineau and John Ruskin.

Overlooking the village of Coniston is the beautiful fell known as the `Old Man of Coniston'. A part of the Furness Fells, this summit is over 800 metres high and is interesting to the eye with evidence mining that was done here years ago.

The water of Stock Ghyll force tumbles down beautifully over the rocks before pleasantly running further along through the town of Ambleside. To reach the waterfall you take the picturesque footpath through the Stock Ghyll Woods which in early spring is beautiful with all the colourful daffodils.

Ambleside is full of charming galleries showcasing the talent of the local artists and photographers and Hobbs Gallery is definitely one of them, full of the artwork of Phil Hobbs. He has a large selection of amazing water coloured paintings with many inspired by the surrounding Lake District.

This is a fantastic climbing venue in Ambleside with indoor climbing wall, bouldering room and small cafe. These superb indoor facilities are open to all those over the age of 5 and with opening times which extend on into the evening - its great for when you can't get into the hills.

Linked to Lake Grasmere by the River Rothay, Rydal Water is one of the smallest lakes in Cumbria measuring 3/4 mile long and 1/4 mile wide. Up the hill overlooking the lake, you can find RydaL Caves in the hill rock, they are surprisingly large and over 200 years ago they were used as a quarry supplying stone to the local villages.

Ambleside Roman Fort

Located on the outskirts of Ambleside you can find the Ambleside Roman Fort which dates back to the 2nd century. These remains are well marked and were probably built during Roman times as a watch out. It is now managed and protected by the National Trust.

Loughrigg Terrace Walk

For a low level circular walk from Ambleside, go for a stroll along the Loughrigg Terrace, providing you with spectacular views of the surrounding central Lakeland fells.

Over eight acres of beautiful gardens can be found overlooking the lake of Windermere, just south of Ambleside. Spring is the best time to visit this amazing location when the flora is at their best with the bluebells covering lots of the area.

Ambleside has two parks where you can go and relax and enjoy the space. White Platts Recreational Ground is one of these and is full of activities to do such as tennis, pitch and putt as well as crazy golf which is fun for all the family!

Located in the heart of Ambleside is this wonderful restaurant known as The Glass House with its suberb glass front, allowing you to soak up in the amazing lighting over the amazing architecture and artefacts whilst enjoying your food made from local produce.